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waistline
Noun
vòng eo, số đo vòng eo
the measurement around the middle part of someone's body
"He struggled to button his jeans , as his waistline had expanded since last year ."
wig
Noun
bộ tóc giả, tóc giả
a piece of natural or synthetic hair that is worn on the head
"The wig flew off her head in the strong wind , revealing her natural hair underneath ."
inappropriate
Adjective
không phù hợp, không thích hợp
not suitable or acceptable for a certain situation or context
"Making loud noises in a quiet library is considered inappropriate behavior ."
wetsuit
Noun
bộ đồ lặn, áo giữ nhiệt khi lặn
a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm
"After a day of snorkeling , she peeled off her wetsuit, feeling exhilarated from her underwater adventures ."
title page
Noun
trang tiêu đề, trang bìa
the page at the front of a book that the names of the book, its author, and publisher are printed on it
"The title page served as the first impression of the document , setting the tone for what followed ."
appendix
Noun
phụ lục, phần phụ
a separate part at the end of a book that gives further information
"Readers could find detailed technical specifications in the appendix, including experimental procedures and calculations ."
characterization
Noun
sự miêu tả nhân vật, sự khắc họa nhân vật
the way in which characters in a movie, book, etc. are created and represented by a writer
"The characterization of the antagonist was particularly compelling , as the writer explored the motivations behind his actions and revealed the humanity beneath his villainous exterior ."
narration
Noun
sự kể chuyện, lời tường thuật
the way of telling or explaining a story, particularly in a movie, novel, etc.
"The nonlinear narration kept viewers engaged as the story unfolded in unexpected ways , revealing key plot points out of sequence ."
the first-person
Noun
ngôi thứ nhất, kể chuyện ở ngôi thứ nhất
a way of telling or writing a story in which things happen to the narrator and the story revolves around them
"The first-person narrative voice can be unreliable, as the reader only has access to the narrator's subjective viewpoint, leaving room for interpretation and surprise revelations."
twist
Noun
bước ngoặt, tình tiết bất ngờ
an unexpected turn in the course of events
"Life is full of twists and turns ; you never know what might happen next ."
inspiration
Noun
nguồn cảm hứng, tia lửa sáng tạo
a mental spark that drives unusual creativity or activity
"Music became an inspiration for her most creative work ."
to script
Verb
viết, kịch bản hóa
to write the words used in a movie, play, etc.
"The marketing team collaborated to script a persuasive advertisement for the new product ."
autobiography
Noun
tự truyện, hồi ký
the story of the life of a person, written by the same person
"The autobiography provided a unique perspective on the civil rights movement ."
comic strip
Noun
truyện tranh, dải truyện tranh
a series of cartoons in boxes that narrate a story
"The comic strip artist cleverly used humor to address important social issues , sparking conversation and awareness among readers ."
dramatist
Noun
nhà soạn kịch
someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater
"She studied the works of classic dramatists such as Shakespeare and Ibsen to hone her craft and develop her own unique voice ."
playwright
Noun
nhà soạn kịch, tác giả kịch bản
someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater
"His plays often address social and political issues , making him a prominent playwright."
engaging
Adjective
hấp dẫn, thú vị
attractive and interesting in a way that draws one's attention
"The novel's engaging plot kept me reading late into the night."
gripping
Adjective
hấp dẫn, ly kỳ
exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention
"The gripping true-crime podcast delved into the details of the case, leaving listeners eager for each new episode."
intriguing
Adjective
hấp dẫn, kỳ lạ
arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious
"His peculiar habits and eccentric personality made him an intriguing character to his neighbors ."
ironic
Adjective
mỉa mai, châm biếm
using statements that mean the opposite of what is stated, often to convey criticism or humor through an implied second meaning
"Literary journals publish poetry and essays appreciated for their subtle , often ironic explorations of the human condition ."
tragic
Adjective
bi thảm, kịch tính
(of a literary piece) related to or characteristic of tragedy
"The opera " La Traviata " by Verdi tells the tragic story of Violetta , a courtesan who sacrifices her own happiness for the sake of her lover 's reputation ."
symbolism
Noun
chủ nghĩa tượng trưng
the practice of using symbols to signify an idea, object, etc.
"In cultural rituals and traditions , symbolism plays a significant role in conveying meaning and fostering a sense of identity and belonging ."
third-person narrative
Noun
tường thuật ngôi thứ ba, kể chuyện ngôi thứ ba
a mode of storytelling where the narrator refers to characters using pronouns like "he" and "she" and is not a character in the story
"Through the third-person narrative, the author maintained a sense of suspense by withholding certain information from the reader until later in the story ."
true crime
Noun
tội phạm có thật, vụ án hình sự có thật
a movie or book genre involving real crimes and real people
"True crime enthusiasts often gather online to discuss theories and share updates on ongoing investigations ."
linguistic
Adjective
ngôn ngữ học, thuộc ngôn ngữ
related to the science of language, including its structure, usage, and evolution
"Linguistic barriers can make communication in multicultural teams challenging ."
infinitive
Noun
nguyên thể, dạng nguyên thể
(grammar) the root form of a verb
"Infinitives are versatile and can be used in various grammatical constructions to express different meanings and functions ."
transitive verb
Noun
động từ chuyển tiếp, động từ cần có tân ngữ trực tiếp
(grammar) a verb that needs a direct object
"Transitive verbs often answer the question "what" or "whom" after the action verb."
intransitive verb
Noun
nội động từ, động từ không có tân ngữ trực tiếp
(grammar) a verb without a direct object
"The child giggled uncontrollably , the innocence of laughter exemplifying the joy that an intransitive verb can bring without needing an object ."
voice
Noun
thể, thể của động từ
(grammar) the form of a verb that indicates whether the subject does something or something is done to it
"Understanding when to use active or passive voice is an important aspect of writing effectively and communicating ideas clearly in English grammar."
feminine
Adjective
giống cái
(of a language's grammar) referring to females
"Understanding the feminine gender in a language is essential for proper agreement and communication , ensuring grammatical correctness in speech and writing ."